VARITE is looking for a qualified Sr. Associate - Procurement Operations for one of its clients located in Plano, TX

WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
A global professional services firm that provides digital transformation, technology, and consulting services, with a focus on business process management (BPM) and outsourcing.

WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Title: Sr. Associate - Procurement Operations
Duration: 11 months
Location: Plano, TX
Work Mode: Onsite
Pay Rate Range: $25.00 - $26.00/hr on W2

HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for mechanical, electrical, electronics, and structural components used in elevator systems.
Manage purchase requisitions (PR) and convert them into purchase orders (PO) in the ERP system (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Ensure timely procurement of materials to support production schedules and new product development.
Coordinate with logistics for inbound deliveries and customs clearance (if applicable).
Resolve issues related to delivery delays, part shortages, and discrepancies.
Identify cost ‐ saving opportunities through value engineering, supplier consolidation, and localization initiatives.
Work closely with engineering for alternative material or supplier development.
Should have good communication skills and able to negotiate with suppliers.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Planning teams to understand material requirements.
Address quality issues and support root cause analysis with suppliers.
Participate in new product introduction (NPI) projects for sourcing new components.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO WIN:

3+ years of experience with sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services required for elevator manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely availability of quality parts at competitive costs while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.

3+ years’ experience in working with Sourcing and procurement domain

Qualifications:

Engineering Graduate is preferred.
Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience.

Technical skills:

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, casting, electronics).
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics).
Knowledge of Should Costing, cost breakdown analysis, and supplier audits.

Soft skills:

Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

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BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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